During Anti-Bullying Week 2017, we take a look at the use of the word ‘banter’ to justify harmful behaviour. The Annual Bullying Survey 2017, conducted by Ditch the Label, collected responses from over 10,000 young people aged 12-20 in partnership with education institutes across the UK. Exploring the varying forms of bullying, associated motivations, and … Continued

In a recent study commissioned by the National Trust, neuroscientists and behavioural experts investigated the importance of place and whether it is influential enough to improve wellbeing. In 1948, the poet W.H. Auden coined the word ‘Topophilia’, describing the way in which a personal connection with a place can form. Auden explored the way in … Continued

Here in the office at Thrive HQ, we don’t always get the opportunity to hear about all the creative learning experiences going on in Thrive settings up and down the country. We were therefore delighted when an email dropped into the Member Services inbox, inviting us to come and visit School’s Company’s Totnes Field School … Continued

How can playtime be better structured to suit children with autism? In her latest article, Lynn McCann explores the issues that may arise for children with autism during playtime and presents possible strategies to overcome them. Each child’s experience can be completely different to the next and it is therefore highly important to work with each … Continued

Get creative in your setting this September for National Poetry Day! To celebrate National Poetry Day this year we’re running a competition for all settings, whether you’re a Thrive school or simply interested in our Approach. From teachers and parents to carers and healthcare workers, if you’re working with children then we’d love for you to … Continued

The Good Childhood Report, conducted by The Children’s Society, concluded that children and young people may be prevented from reflecting favourably on their upbringing as a result of disadvantages. The Good Childhood Report 2017 presents the extent of these disadvantages, such as exposure to crime and abuse, and the occurrence of multiple disadvantage which can cause … Continued

After a busy three months as our brand new Central Region Coordinator, Lesley Ravenscroft unpacks her first 2,683 miles with the Thrive Approach. You can never have too much glitter. I am coming up to three months in my role as Coordinator for the Central Region for Thrive. So far, that is 2683 miles and … Continued

The cultivation of secondary classrooms suitable for young people with autistic or other SEND needs is fundamental to both personal and academic success. Secondary schools offer up plenty of challenges for children and young people with autism. From classroom navigation to the successful completion of homework, teachers must remember to create inclusive environments suitable for … Continued

Research from the National Literacy Trust suggests that more could be done to engage children with reading at secondary school level. How can we help young people to foster a love of books? Dame Jacqueline Wilson is a popular name in most classrooms, with over 40 million copies of her books sold in the UK … Continued

Increase in permanent school exclusions indicate our education system is failing SEN pupils According to government figures released last Thursday, the number of permanent exclusions from schools in England has gone up, with the equivalent of 35 children being expelled every school day. Children with special education and disability needs (SEND) are grossly over-represented in … Continued

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